Hearsay

Question 1

at what part of the examination of W, will prior consistent statements come in?

Answer 1

redirect, and only if it has been triggered on cross by suggested bias or improper influence

Question 2

what is the key to getting a consistent statement in?

Answer 2

• must be on redirect and only if door opened
• key = timeline
• before bias/influence = admissible
• after bias/influence=inadmissible